knitwear

noun

knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwer How to pronounce knitwear (audio)
: knitted clothing

Examples of knitwear in a Sentence

a few pieces of knitwear
Recent Examples on the Web O'Neill Kelsey Stripe Open Stitch Cover-up Tank Everyone's been sporting stylish knitwear pieces all over Los Angeles, and this striped tank top is an effortless way to embrace the trend (without dropping a ton of cash). Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2024 The knitwear, which is from the sustainable label’s autumn 2024 collection, is available to shop on Bergdorf Goodman’s website for $1,690, but is almost sold out. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024 As a part of the significant night, a group of talented rising designers presented knitwear, sportswear, occasionwear, intimate apparel, and children’s wear. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 May 2024 There’s been something of a ski sweater renaissance of late, though, as brands start to rediscover the natural look and feel of knitwear. Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for knitwear 

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Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of knitwear was in 1926

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“Knitwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knitwear. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.

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knitwear

noun
knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce knitwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: knitted clothing
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